How far is Wellman, IA from Davenport, IA?
The driving distance from Wellman, IA to Davenport, IA is about 72.1 miles (116.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 65.4 miles (105.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 25m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Muscatine County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wellman and Davenport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wellman and Davenport.
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Start on the route
41 m · 12 sec
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Turn right onto 2nd Street
50 m · 9 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto 9th Avenue
1338 ft · 29 sec · 9th Avenue
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Turn right onto 6th Street Northeast
2706 ft · 46 sec · 6th Street Northeast
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Continue on State Highway 22
6.2 mi · 9 min · State Highway 22
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Continue on East Avenue
1.6 mi · 2 min · East Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 22
5.2 mi · 8 min · State Highway 22
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Continue on West 1st Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West 1st Street
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Continue on East Hickory Street
2555 ft · 44 sec · East Hickory Street
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Continue on State Highway 22
3.4 mi · 5 min · State Highway 22
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Continue on Highway 22
7.4 mi · 10 min · Highway 22
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Continue on State Highway 22
3.3 mi · 5 min · State Highway 22
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Continue on Ijem Avenue
1096 ft · 19 sec · Ijem Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 22
2.8 mi · 4 min · State Highway 22
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 22
9.4 mi · 14 min · State Highway 22
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Turn left onto Douglas King Memorial Expressway
4 mi · 5 min · Douglas King Memorial Expressway
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Continue on U.S. 61
20.3 mi · 23 min · U.S. 61
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Continue on West River Drive
6 mi · 10 min · West River Drive
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Turn left onto Main Street
1222 ft · 55 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto West 4th Street
565 ft · 16 sec · West 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wellman and Davenport.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
U.S. 61
Continue on U.S. 61
20.3 mi · 00h 23m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Wellman and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Davenport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wellman to Davenport?
The road trip is about 72.1 miles (116.1 km) and usually takes 01h 25m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Nichols is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36 miles from Wellman and 36.1 miles from Davenport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 65.4 miles (105.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.62 one way or $19.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Wellman and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Davenport.
Stop Ideas Near Nichols
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wellman and Davenport. Straight-line distance: 65.37 mi (105.2 km).
#1 Wellman
City in Iowa, USA
| Population | 1,401 |
| Coordinates | 41.4641800, -91.8382300 |
| Altitude | 213 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Davenport
The most populous city in Scott County, Iowa.
| Population | 101,799 |
| Coordinates | 41.5236400, -90.5776400 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 4th Street (-90.577639, 41.523536)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 116 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $9.62 | $19.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.85 | $21.69 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.87 | $23.74 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.53 | $27.05 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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